Temporary Part-Time Language Instructor of Swedish

Temporary Part-time LANGUAGE Instructor OF Swedish

The Less-Commonly-Taught-Languages Center in the University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Linguistics seeks a non-tenure-stream Part-Time Instructor of Swedish to temporarily cover courses for that language and culture during the Fall semester 2026. This temporary appointment will begin on November 2, 2026 and extend to the end of the fall semester, December 16, 2026.

Essential Qualifications Requirements:  

•    A master’s degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Swedish Language Pedagogy, Linguistics, Foreign Language Pedagogy, or a related field; 

•     Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching as well as advanced or superior level proficiency in Swedish (speaking/listening and reading/writing) and a strong command of English;

•     The applicant does not have to live in Pittsburgh, as remote teaching is an option.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Four (4) years of experience in teaching Swedish at the college level;

·       A doctoral degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Swedish Language Pedagogy, Linguistics, Foreign Language Pedagogy, or a related field

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and an ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required.

This position is subject to budgetary approval. Review of applications will begin five days after the date of posting.

Apply by uploading:

·       a cover letter of application

·       a current curriculum vitae

·       evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student surveys, peer and supervisor reviews)

·       names, affiliations, and email addresses for three letters of reference, at least one of which should be able to comment explicitly on the candidate’s teaching ability; references will receive email notification with instructions for submitting. 

Questions regarding the search should be directed to Dr. Myriam Abdel-Malek (maa120@pitt.edu), Interim Director of the Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.